Yangjae Station Laminate: Is it possible to improve the front teeth without overdoing it?

Hello.

This is Park Jae-hyung,

Chief Director of Wonjin Dental Clinic.

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When I talk about laminate consultations in the clinic,

many people have similar concerns.

I just want it to

get a little better than it is now.

What if it looks too artificial?

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That is a very understandable concern.

In fact, you may have seen cases around you where laminate was done

and somehow looked unnatural.

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So in this post today,

| 1) Why laminate can look unnatural2) What should be checked for natural-looking results |

Also, we will look at a case in which a satisfactory result was achieved

with only minimal changes.

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If you are considering

Yangjae Station laminate,

this may help you make a decision. ^^

Please take about 3 minutes

and read to the end.

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Why laminate can look unnatural

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The laminate itself is not the problem.

What makes the result look awkward

most often happens during the design stage.

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1. Tooth shape that does not match the face shape

2. Length that does not take the lip line into account

3. Color selection that is far removed from the skin tone

When these factors

work together,

no matter how well-made the

laminate is,

it can still give the impression

that something feels awkward.

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On the other hand,

if these parts are

carefully adjusted,

it also means that you can achieve a result

that looks as natural as your own teeth.

< Please refer to the case below as well;

it may help you understand ↓ >

Things to check

for a natural look

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During consultations, I carefully

check several things.

First is the current condition of the teeth.

We assess the degree of discoloration, asymmetry in shape,

small gaps, wear, and more.

Next, we check how much of the teeth

are visible when smiling

and how well they harmonize

with the lip line.

Source: Stefan Roozen, The color gradient of natural teeth and their intelligent imitation, International Dentistry – African Edition, 2021.

Lastly, we listen to how much change

the patient wants.

Because wanting major changes and

wanting to improve without it being obvious

require different approaches.

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In this process, before the actual restoration is made,

we can also try on temporary teeth

and check the expected result

in advance.

Because you can look in the mirror directly

and adjust the shape and length,

it helps reduce situations where, after completion,

you think, "It’s different from what I expected."

This is a shade guide for selecting tooth color. ^^

We also pay attention to even the detailed parts

so that it can look harmonious under natural light

and various types of lighting.

I’ll explain through the case below.

Let’s take a look together!

Actual case

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There was a gap between the front teeth,

and one side was slightly shorter,

so the patient said the asymmetry was bothering them.

26.01.18 (Before treatment)

The diagnosis and treatment plan for the laminate were made

after checking the tooth size, alignment, and gum condition,

and then we first determined whether laminate was appropriate.

Top: 26.01.18 (Before treatment) Bottom: 26.01.12 (After treatment)

Once suitability was confirmed, the treatment was carried out

while minimizing tooth reduction,

and considering natural color and shape,

we placed laminate on six upper teeth.

After treatment, the space between the front teeth improved,

and the balance of tooth shape was organized

more stably.

| ◈ In this case, the treatment period was about 7 days. ◈ Treatment results may vary by individual, and side effects may occur. These photos were used with the patient's consent to help understanding of the treatment. - Individual differences in treatment: Treatment results may vary depending on the individual’s oral condition, cooperation, and other factors. - Treatment side effects: sensitivity, loss due to weakened adhesion, prosthetic fracture, occlusal discomfort, discoloration at the margins, color differences from adjacent teeth, possible need for retreatment, etc. ◈ The before-and-after photos in this post were taken of the same person, in the same location, from the same angle, under the same lighting conditions. |

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Wonjin Dental Clinic’s treatment standards

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To be honest,

laminate is not always

the best choice.

If the alignment problem is significant,

partial orthodontic treatment may be more appropriate,

and if it is only simple discoloration,

whitening may be enough.

What matters is not

whether to do laminate or not,

but the process of finding together which method

will bring the most natural improvement

for your current condition.

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Healthy teeth should be the foundation,

and a treatment process without discomfort

must support the result for it to last.

And on top of that,

I believe natural beauty

is added.

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That is why Wonjin Dental Clinic values

creating a treatment environment where patients can understand

and choose for themselves

through sufficient consultation and explanation.

We clearly distinguish between necessary treatment

and treatment that is not,

and we will work together to find the direction

that is helpful for the patient in the long term.

I hope today’s post

was helpful for those considering

Yangjae Station laminate. ^^

Thank you for reading this long post to the end.

From Wonjin Dental Clinic, Chief Director

Park Jae-hyung

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| 1. This post has been written in compliance with Articles 56(1) through 56(15) of the Medical Service Act. 2. Before-and-after treatment photos are uploaded to introduce the objective effects of the procedure to patients. ① In cases where the photo was taken at the medical institution ② When the person in the before-and-after photos is the same individual and the time of the before-and-after shots is specified ③ When the photos were taken under the same conditions ④ When side effects are specified for each treatment ◈ If the above conditions are met, before-and-after treatment photos may be posted. |